Manaia Kindergarten

"Teachers adapt the programme to respond well to children's interests and wonderings. Children lead their own learning. Teacher conversations promote language growth and understanding of physical activity, mathematical and science ideas."

Sound curriculum implementation with responsive teaching, though assessment/evaluation needs strengthening.

"A warm welcoming environment supports children's learning experiences and they confidently, investigate, explore and discover. Children's social competencies guide positive interactions and promote respectful relationships between peers and adults."

Children show confidence, positive relationships, and secure sense of belonging in the service.

"Teachers, children, parents and whānau know each other well. Parents and whānau are able to share their children's individual interests, strengths and aspirations. These are collated centre wide, so that all teachers can access and dialogue further with families."

Strong relationships and communication channels; families can share children's interests and aspirations.

"Te ao Māori knowledge and understandings are upheld and planned for across the centre. Māori children are validated and affirmed. Te reo me ngā tikanga Māori are celebrated through daily practices."

Te ao Māori integrated and celebrated; identified area for continued development and strengthening.

"All early childhood services are required to promote children's health and safety and to regularly review their compliance with legal requirements."

Management assurance statement confirms systems in place; ratios meet minimum requirements.